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Below: Trinka (left), Hilde (right). Two litters planned for Spring 2012.
Trinka was bred with Colton with pups due February 10th. Pups ready to go approximately on April 7th.
Hilde was bred with Colton with pups due February 25th. Pups ready to go approximately on April 21st.
SPRING 2012 PUPPY RESERVATION LIST
We are keeping one running list for the two litters. Since Trinka and Hilde both had 7 pups in their first litters we will start with lists of 7 males and 7 females. If you would like to be placed on the Reservation List please contact us and request a Puppy Owner Application. Thanks!
(Pups are chosen in the order that deposits are received. All pups are chosen on 'going home' day).
Males
1. Reserved for Keystone Gun Dogs {Trek}
2. Ron & Meghan, NJ {Walter}
3. Justin, Washington, DC
4. Joanne & Carl, MA
5. Julie & Keith, NY
6. Chris H., NJ
7. Mike R., MD (either gender; pending deposit)
Females
1. Reserved for Keystone Gun Dogs {Truffle}
2. Todd H., PA
3. Michael T., PA
4. Eric & Elizabeth, NY {Lincoln}
5. Mike R., MD (either gender; pending deposit)
6. Mike & Sharon, NJ (pending deposit)
7. Brian & Kristina, NJ (pending deposit)
SPRING 2013 LITTER PLANNED WITH TIVA. (Tiva will be tested this August for her UT!)
NAVHDA MEMBERS PREFERRED WITH TIVA'S LITTER!
Males
1. Reserved for Keystone Gun Dogs
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Females
1. Reserved for Keystone Gun Dogs
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NEW LINK! CLICK BELOW. (Important information!)
(Photo above is from a previous litter) The photo above shows the pups in their exercise pen which
is attached to an old whelping box. In the whelping box are pine shavings. This is where the pups
go to "do their business". They have a clean area to eat and play and they use their box to soil in.
In one corner of the pen is a heating pad (under the green towel closest to the box) and a heat lamp
attached to the side of the pen. The pups are whelped in my laundry room in a much larger whelping box.
The laundry room has no windows and is draft-free and warm. The pups are moved into
the living room between 4 and 5 weeks of age to continue being socialized. Here they can
hear the TV and everyday noises such as the vacuum cleaner, radio, telephone etc.
Plus my other dogs and myself are in easy view of the pups.
Please note:
Keystone Gun Dogs does not require any puppy buyer to select which puppy they want until the day you come to choose your puppy which is when the pups are 8 weeks old. This way you will get a much better idea of your puppies personality, temperament and pointing style on the pheasant wing. We prefer that you do not choose your puppy for its color and markings alone. When you come to select your pup please play and spend time with the pup to determine which puppy's personality will best suit your family.
In some ways, choosing between male and female dogs is a matter of personal preference. However, there are some characteristics which are common in females and other characteristics which are common in male dogs. It is important to evaluate these characteristics and determine which gender would fit in best with your home situation when you choose a puppy. Additionally, choosing between male and female dogs is important if you already have another female or male dog and are choosing an additional dog. The information below will serve as a guide for dog genders and will list a few characteristics of females, a few characteristics of male dogs, and how to choose between male and female dogs when considering a second or third dog.
The following characteristics often apply to females:
Independent - Females tend to want to be in control of the entire situation. They may come to their owner when they are seeking affection but will often move away when they have had enough.
Stubborn - In many packs, a female is typically the Alpha dog. Female dogs crave more control of situations and are quick to respond to perceived challenges with fierceness. This is not to say that males are not stubborn also.
Territorial - Female dogs mark in the same way male dogs do. A spayed female may continue to mark for her entire lifetime regardless of when she is spayed while most males will cease marking behaviors shortly after they are neutered and the testosterone levels subside.
Reserved - Females are generally a little less affectionate and friendly than male dogs. This characteristic is noticeable in puppies and becomes more pronounced with age.
Changes in Mood or Behavior - It is also important to note that if you do not spay your female, she will come into heat at approximately one year of age and approximately every six months thereafter. During this time, there will be some bleeding as well as a change in mood or behavior. Keep this in mind when you make the decision of whether or not to spay her.
The following characteristics often apply to male dogs:
Affectionate - Male dogs are typically more affectionate than females. They tend to crave attention from their owners more than females and as a result, display more affectionate behaviors.
Exuberant - A male dog is also more likely to be fun-loving and outgoing throughout his lifetime than a female. While a female tends to become more reserved as she ages, a male dog maintains a more puppy-like exuberance throughout his lifetime.
Food-Motivated - Males are often very motivated by food. This food motivation can make training extremely easy as treats can be used to lure and reward a dog to display desired behaviors.
Attentive - While females tend to be more independent, males tend to be more focused on their human companions. They want to always be close to the human and are very eager to please.
Aggressive Behaviors - It is also important to note that intact males may display aggressive dog behaviors toward other males or exhibit marking behaviors. Additionally, intact males should be kept away from females in heat unless a breeding is planned.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE: WE HAVE BEEN RAISING AND TRAINING GSP'S FOR OVER 30 YEARS. WE HAVE HAD MANY FEMALES THAT ARE HIGHLY FOOD-MOTIVATED AND MALES THAT HAVE BEEN VERY STUBBORN. PLEASE USE THE ABOVE INFORMATION AS A GUIDE AND NOT AN OVERALL EVALUATION OF EITHER GENDER.
Dog owners who are adding an additional dog to their home should carefully consider the ramifications of adding a dog of either sex. This is important because the makeup of the existing pack may be more accepting to either a male or a female dog. The following are general tips for selecting the gender of a second dog.
If you already have a male or a female, a dog of the opposite sex is generally the best choice. Dogs of the same sex are more likely to fight than dogs of the opposite sex.
If you already have a male dog, he is likely to be more accepting of a female and you are likely to have fewer dominance issues if you add a female to the pack. However, if you opt to add another male to the pack, they can peacefully co-exist and may even become friends. It is important to closely monitor their interactions early on to ensure aggressive behaviors do not become common.
If you already have a female dog, she is likely to be more accepting of a male. Most males tend to be submissive. If he does not challenge your resident female, she is not likely to have a reason to fight with him. Adding a female dog to the pack, however, may result in complications. The worst combination of dogs is two females because they are more likely to fight than a male and a female or two males. However, many dog owners have two or more females that live together without problems. As long as there is an established Alpha dog and the other females know their place in the pack, there will not be dominance struggles often, although they may still occur.
Selecting a male or female dog is largely a matter of personal preference. The above characteristics are generalizations, and it is certainly possible to purchase or adopt a female puppy who displays male characteristics or a male puppy who displays the typical female characteristics. Additionally, females that are spayed and dogs that are neutered often do not have the gender-specific problems associated with their sex such as coming into heat or marking.
So, if you're asking yourself, "What dog should I get?", make sure to consider the dogs you already have and the gender that goes best with your lifestyle. When you find a dog, monitor his or her behavior carefully and consider how it will match up with your male or female dog at home.
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